I-670 through lanes will be moved to the left to reduce weaving and create safer traffic flow

Exit from I-71 south to Spring Street will move so that it is a right exit and not on the left side of the highway

No entrance ramps to I-71 from Long Street; instead you will be able to access I-71 and I-670 from Spring Street

The start or one block of two new urban avenues called Lester and Elijah Pierce on either side of I-71 that willprovide improved access to city streets for local traffic and access to the interstate

Two new bridges at Spring and Long Streets

The Long Street Bridge includes a public space and cultural wall featuring work by two local artists who were selected by a community advisory committee to design the 240’ mural depicting the history and culture of the King-Lincoln District

Why this project is happening:

Improve Safety

Reduce Accidents

Reduce Congestion

Provide improved Neighborhood Connections

Funding/Cost:

$200 Million

Federal Funds

City of Columbus Funding

Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Organization (MORPC) Funding

Construction Start: September 18, 2011

Completion:

2013 for all travel movements including lanes, ramps and bridges to be open